Chief Engineer

Overview

Area Vice President Human Resources - London HQ | Europe | Asia. We are on the search for a passionate, dynamic and charismatic individual to join us at YOTEL Geneva Lake as Chief Engineer.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a new challenge in a hands-on role. You’ll also need to live and breathe our values; be Creative by being playful and inspiring. Being Authentic by always being true to who we are, and by being Smart by delivering results in a clever and effective way.

At YOTEL, our mission is to challenge the status quo – it’s our DNA. YOTEL Geneva Lake has 237 rooms where design equals comfort in every one of our smartly designed rooms. Each is equipped with YOTEL’s signature SmartBed. The hotel also offers a 24/7 fully equipped gym for hotel guests. Mission Control (reception) is the hub of all activity at our hotel and provides guest assistance 24/7. HYGGE is a central entertainment, meeting, and co-working destination with a wide range of facilities and services.

Responsibilities

• To manage the Engineering operations and provide the strategy and direction required to ensure that maintenance, asset management and health and safety adhere to company and legal requirements.
• Take an active role in ensuring the safety of all guests and team members throughout the hotel.
• Maintain and implement measures to ensure that systems for controlling all Engineering tasks are in place.
• Review regularly the service provided by the Engineering department with the General Manager and Hotel management teams and implement relevant changes so that lessons are learnt.
• Ensure the hotel maintains the highest brand standard compliance and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a managerial level role, preferably with 3-5 years as an Assistant Chief Engineer in a larger property or Chief Engineer of a similar size property.
• Hotel opening experience would be an advantage, but not essential.
• Proven track record in leading and developing health & safety and preventative maintenance programmes.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Administrative
• Industry: Hospitality